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It's the fastest way to organize my desktop, access quick settings, and banish things to the recycling bin without having to drag and drop. So, when I found that Samsung's classic DeX experience supported the same gesture, I was hooked. I mean, copying a feature I've been using ever since I learned my way around a computer is one of the easiest ways to ensure I keep using your software, so someone at Samsung must have listened closely. I'm a Windows kid, I need my right-click. In its current DeX implementation, right-clicking on the taskbar opens taskbar settings, while a click on the desktop lets you sort your apps, clean up the desktop, or adjust your screen zoom. I only use the first two features, mostly out of my deep need to stay organized, but I can still appreciate that control over zoom is there. I'm sure one day I'll need that one, too, but it won't be as easy if One UI 8 has its way. 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